1959 DKW F 93 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 952 kg more than 1959 DKW F 93.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW F 93 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | DKW | Land Rover |
| Model | F 93 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
